Chargers dig an early hole with 0-3 start

Jaguars on the road again after success in London

3:12 AM

Sunday was about as perfect a day in London as the Jacksonville Jaguars could have envisioned. From sunny skies producing temperatures in the low 70s to a nearly flawless game on the field in all three phases, it was Jaguars football at a level that hasn't been seen in quite some time.

Cowboys, Cardinals stand, lock arms for anthem

3:04 AM

The NFL's weekend of solidarity symbolism during the national anthem carried over to the Monday night game between the Dallas Cowboys and the Arizona Cardinals at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Ariz.

Watson wows Texans as ascending star

2:56 AM

HOUSTON -- Deshaun Watson looked trapped for a moment before redirecting while rolling to his left, utilizing his rare mobility and balance while New England Patriots defensive lineman Lawrence Guy got menacingly close to engulfing him.

Texans defense laments poor performance

Did Decker know of anthem plan?

1:54 AM

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- A day after the Tennessee Titans and Seattle Seahawks elected to stay inside the locker room for the national anthem, the fallout didn't go away, and comments on the situation on talk radio and social media was split as might be expected.

Titans better after Mariota counsels receivers

1:50 AM

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The first four series of the Tennessee Titans' 33-27 victory over the Seattle Seahawks looked anything but promising Sunday. In each of those four series, the Titans went three-and-out and gave punter Brett Kern a leg up on earning player of the game honors.

Buoyed by first win, Colts brace for Seahawks

Subpar receiving group hurts Browns offense

1:35 AM

BEREA, Ohio -- The Cleveland Browns ignored wide receivers in the 2017 draft and signed no undrafted rookie wide receivers, and now those decisions are haunting them with no way of rectifying the problem.

Belichick likes fight of his team

Giants OBJ explains end zone leg-lift

1:23 AM

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- Controversial New York Giants receiver Odell Beckham Jr.'s two-touchdown performance Sunday was stained by a graphic attempt to mimic a urinating male dog following his first score of the 2017 season.

Del Rio glad ugly game counts as just one loss

1:02 AM

ALAMEDA, Calif. -- With a healthy roster and rampant optimism among both the players and the fan base, the Oakland Raiders gave what may have been their worst performance in the Jack Del Rio era in a 27-10 road loss to the Washington Redskins.

Del Rio glad ugly game counts as just one loss

1:00 AM

ALAMEDA, Calif. -- With a healthy roster and rampant optimism among both the players and the fan base, the Oakland Raiders gave what may have been their worst performance in the Jack Del Rio era in a 27-10 road loss to the Washington Redskins.

Packers’ defense finally comes alive

12:47 AM

GREEN BAY, Wis. -- The Green Bay Packers' defense has been their Achilles heel since their run to a Super Bowl title in the 2010 season. The Packers' defense got off to another shaky start this season, then faced Cincinnati Sunday without several key players.

Lions must rebound after emotional loss

12:33 AM

ALLEN PARK, Mich. -- They suffered one of the cruelest losses in recent memory, on a clock runoff after officials made a controversial call on the field, and now the Detroit Lions must regroup in time for a tough division game against the Minnesota Vikings.

Redskins defense growing each week

Steelers’ Villanueva: Standing alone for anthem was accidental

10:28 PM

PITTSBURGH -- Steelers offensive tackle Alejandro Villanueva gained national exposure for being the only Pittsburgh player to stand on the field for the national anthem on Sunday, but on Monday he said his separation from the team was unintentional and blamed himself for the occurrence.

Big plays doom Seattle defense

Steelers’ Villanueva: Standing alone for anthem was accidental

9:01 PM

Steelers offensive tackle Alejandro Villanueva gained national exposure for being the only Pittsburgh player to stand on the field for the national anthem on Sunday, but on Monday he said his separation from the team was unintentional and blamed himself for the occurrence.

Chiefs unbeaten but unclean

Why Chiefs were fans of Thursday Night Football

8:26 PM

KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- When Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid heard the team's personnel department mention the name of running back Kareem Hunt as a target in this year's draft, he immediately recalled working in his office on Thursday nights last fall.

Koetter bemoans Bucs lack of consistency

Urgent Saints get first victory and head to London

7:56 PM

METAIRIE, La. -- It took three weeks, but the New Orleans Saints defense finally showed improvement from last season. The running game finally had success with Mark Ingram II, Adrian Peterson and Alvin Kamara all contributing. And finally Drew Brees looked like Drew Brees.

Crushing loss as Eagles RB Sproles done for the season

7:43 PM

PHILADELPHIA -- The Philadelphia Eagles suffered a major blow to both their offense and their special teams on Sunday when Darren Sproles suffered season-ending injuries in the second quarter of the team's three-point win against the Giants.

Bills victory over Broncos was Taylor-made

Keenum excels in Vikings’ win over Tampa Bay

6:59 PM

EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. -- Two days after starting quarterback Sam Bradford boarded a private jet en route to Florida to get a second opinion on his ailing left knee, the entire morale surrounding the Minnesota Vikings was lifted by an unlikely source.

Bengals improve under new OC, but lose in OT

Keenum excels in Vikings’ win over Tampa Bay

5:30 PM

EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. -- Two days after starting quarterback Sam Bradford boarded a private jet en route to Florida to get a second opinion on his ailing left knee, the entire morale surrounding the Minnesota Vikings was lifted by an unlikely source.

Packers claim their anthem protests not about President Trump

Jets lock arms, four Dolphins kneel during anthem

12:20 AM

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- Both the Miami Dolphins and the New York Jets, save five Miami players, stood locking arms for the singing of the national anthem by the Brooklyn Youth Chorus on Sunday at MetLife Stadium.

Emotional Giants DE Vernon speaks out

12:12 AM

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- In the wake of President Donald J. Trump's comments regarding NFL athletes who take a knee during the national anthem, three prominent New York Giants players -- defensive end Olivier Vernon, defensive tackle Damon Harrison and safety Landon Collins -- all took a knee during the playing of the anthem before their game Sunday against the Eagles while the rest of their teammates, coaches and staff locked arms in solidarity.

Steelers, Bears stay unified during anthem

11:34 PM

CHICAGO -- Rather than force players to decide how they would respond to comments made Friday by President Donald Trump, the Pittsburgh Steelers remained in their locker room during the national anthem prior to their 23-16 overtime loss to the Chicago Bears on Sunday.

Seahawks, Titans stay in locker room for national anthem

11:32 PM

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Shortly after President Donald Trump made remarks Friday night about how NFL owners should fire players who don't stand for the national anthem, those same owners and players stood united.

Many Chiefs, Chargers kneel in protest of Trump comments

11:27 PM

CARSON, Calif. -- The NFL is new to the StubHub Center but it looked like any other venue featuring the professionals on Sunday. Players on both the Kansas City Chiefs and Los Angeles Chargers knelt in protest during the national anthem.

Eagles, Giants stand united during anthem

Bucs’ Jackson joins Evans in anthem protest

11:02 PM

MINNEAPOLIS -- Tampa Bay Buccaneers receiver Mike Evans took a knee for the national anthem last year as the NFL reacted to what it felt was social injustices in America. DeSean Jackson joined Evans on Sunday as the league reacted to recent comments from President Donald Trump.

Broncos, Bills continue anthem protests

11:01 PM

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. -- A majority of Denver Broncos players and about a dozen members of the Buffalo Bills demonstrated during the national anthem prior to Sunday's game at New Era Field in response to incendiary comments made by President Donald Trump at a rally in Alabama on Friday night.

Most Raiders sit, some Redskins kneel during anthem

9:19 PM

LANDOVER, Md. -- Most of the Oakland Raiders players remained seated during the national anthem Sunday night prior to their game against the Washington Redskins after President Donald Trump criticized professional athletes Friday for not standing during the anthem as a form of protest.

Ravens, Jaguars protest during national anthem in England

8:10 PM

Players for the Baltimore Ravens and Jacksonville Jaguars were joined by coaches and even a team owner in a demonstration of solidarity Sunday after President Donald Trump criticized pro athletes for not standing during the national anthem as a form of protest.

Trump doubles down as NFL owners, players fire back

Sunday showdown: Defiant NFL responds to Trump

3:03 PM

Based on dramatic reactions in the National Football League, especially during Sunday's pregame ceremonies, it appears that President Donald Trump managed to do what Commissioner Roger Goodell and NFLPA Executive Director DeMaurice Smith could not -- bring together league officials, team owners and players.

Panthers WR Benjamin out with knee injury

Bucs, Vikings players lock arms during anthem

2:45 PM

MINNEAPOLIS -- Tampa Bay Buccaneers receivers Mike Evans and DeSean Jackson kneeled with hands on their heart for the national anthem on Sunday in Minnesota, a few steps behind their teammates who locked arms in unity.

Sunday showdown: Defiant NFL responds to Trump

2:42 PM

Based on dramatic reactions in the National Football League, especially during Sunday's pregame ceremonies, it appears that President Donald Trump managed to do what Commissioner Roger Goodell and NFLPA Executive Director DeMaurice Smith could not -- bring together league officials, team owners and players.

Steelers remain in locker room during anthem

Sixteen Patriots kneel for anthem; Texans lock arms

2:17 PM

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- Boos rang down from the Gillette Stadium crowd both before and after the national anthem as both teams showed their support of free speech prior to Sunday's game between the Houston Texans and New England Patriots.

Jets lock arms, four Dolphins kneel during anthem

2:15 PM

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- Both the Miami Dolphins and the New York Jets, save five Miami players, stood locking arms for the singing of the national anthem by the Brooklyn Youth Chorus on Sunday at MetLife Stadium.

Browns, Colts players lock arms during anthem

2:13 PM

INDIANAPOLIS -- In protest of President Donald Trump's criticism of NFL players' kneeling during the national anthem, the Cleveland Browns and Indianapolis Colts reacted Sunday during the pregame anthem.

Sixteen Patriots kneel for anthem; Texans lock arms

1:58 PM

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- Boos rang down from the Gillette Stadium crowd both before and after the national anthem as both teams showed their support of free speech prior to Sunday's game between the Houston Texans and New England Patriots.

Bucs, Vikings players lock arms during anthem

1:54 PM

MINNEAPOLIS -- Tampa Bay Buccaneers receivers Mike Evans and DeSean Jackson kneeled with hands on their heart for the National Anthem on Sunday in Minnesota, a few steps behind their teammates who locked arms in unity.

Saints players take seats on bench during anthem

1:20 PM

CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Nine members of the New Orleans Saints took seats on the bench beyond the sideline during the national anthem prior to Sunday afternoon's game against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium.

Patriots’ Gronkowski, Amendola active vs. Texans

12:54 PM

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- Tight end Rob Gronkowski, who suffered a groin injury last week in New Orleans, and wide receiver Danny Amendola, who missed a game with a concussion, were both active for the New England Patriots as they faced the Houston Texans on Sunday.

Steelers to remain in locker room during anthem

12:32 PM

CHICAGO -- The Pittsburgh Steelers will remain in their locker room during the national anthem prior to their game against the Chicago Bears on Sunday at Soldier Field in response to President Donald Trump's comments.

Trump doubles down as NFL owners, players fire back

Ravens-Jaguars show solidarity in London against Trump

11:41 AM

In an ironic twist on history, Sunday's NFL games jumped out to a dramatic start as players for the Jacksonville Jaguars and Baltimore Ravens, before their contest in London's Wembley Stadium, showed their solidarity in response to controversial remarks made by President Donald Trump.

Ex-Falcons DT Hageman suspended six games

Offense suddenly a bright spot for Rams

6:54 PM

THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. -- Given the fact the Los Angeles Rams have struggled so mightily on offense for most of the last decade - and how good they've been defensively - it seems implausible to suggest it's the offense that's been the overwhelming strength and absolutely was the difference in the Rams' 41-39 win over the 49ers on Thursday.

49ers S Tartt leaves with head injury, FB Juszczyk ruled out

11:09 PM

SANTA CLARA, Calif. -- San Francisco 49ers strong safety Jaquiski Tartt sustained a head injury with 2:04 left in the third quarter of Thursday night's game against the Los Angeles Rams and walked to the locker room to be evaluated.

Rams lose S Joyner to hamstring injury

9:39 PM

SANTA CLARA, Calif. -- Los Angeles Rams starting free safety Lamarcus Joyner left Thursday night's game against the San Francisco 49ers with 14:50 remaining in the second quarter after sustaining a left hamstring injury.

RB Elliott accepts criticism

8:17 PM

FRISCO, Tex. -- Dallas Cowboys Running back Ezekiel Elliott made no attempt to challenge an allegation of him quitting on his team from Hall of Fame running back LaDainian Tomlinson after watching him stand and walk off the field, not even attempting to make a tackle following a Dak Prescott interception against Denver.

NFL notebook: Aaron Hernandez found to have Stage 3 CTE

Cowboys not worried about blueprints

8:07 PM

FRISCO, Tex. -- As the Dallas Cowboys (1-1) prepare to face the Arizona Cardinals (1-1) Monday night, questions have arisen whether the Denver Broncos offered a blueprint on how to stop the Cowboys offense in their 42-17 victory last Sunday.

Saints cut FB Kuhn

Bears OG Long practices; RB Howard limited

4:44 PM

G Kyle Long (ankle) went through a full practice on Thursday (Sept. 21) for the first time since the season started, and has been in successive practices this week. He is expected to play Sunday after he had practiced Wednesday on a limited basis. How he handles practicing this many times in succession will be a key to whether he's able to play all of Sunday's game.

Miller: Goodell-Smith tangled in self-made ’Dumb and Dumber’ plot

12:28 PM

It has been a little more than two decades since the movie, "Dumb and Dumber" first hit theaters and, as so often happens, we now find ourselves in the middle of a real-life iteration where life imitates art.

Goodell-Smith tangled in self-made ’Dumb and Dumber’ plot

11:15 AM

It has been a little more than two decades since the movie, "Dumb and Dumber" first hit theaters and, as so often happens, we now find ourselves in the middle of a real-life iteration where life imitates art.

Goodell-Smith tangled in self-made ’Dumb and Dumber’ plot

9:15 AM

It has been a little more than two decades since the movie, "Dumb and Dumber" first hit theaters and, as so often happens, we now find ourselves in the middle of a real-life iteration where life imitates art.

Titans rookie WR Davis can’t shake hamstring issues

Lions will key on Atlanta’s ground game

1:57 AM

Matt Ryan is coming off an MVP season and Julio Jones may be the best wide receiver in the NFL, but the Detroit Lions insist their first order of business this week is to stop Devonta Freeman and the Falcons' running game.

Seahawks hope for healthy TE Graham

Rookie Hunt jump-starting Chiefs high-flying offense

1:17 AM

Just 10 days after the Kansas City Chiefs dropped 42 points on the defending Super Bowl champion New England Patriots, head coach Andy Reid's squad entered the halftime locker room against the Philadelphia Eagles with a meager six points on the scoreboard.

Change coming for Eagles at left guard

Patriots face another test vs. Texans

12:58 AM

A week after Tom Brady's Patriots (1-1) got back on course by taking advantage of a New Orleans Saints defense that ranked dead last against the pass a year ago and is well on its way to the same spot this fall, New England's offense faces a much tougher test on Sunday against J.J. Watt and the Houston Texans (1-1).

Broncos not falling for trap against Bills

12:30 AM

ENGLEWOOD, CO -- Considering that the Denver Broncos came into the season with lower outside expectations than at any other point in the last five years, the notion of the team facing a trap game might seem a bit odd.

Packers still in search of viable TE

Cardinals RB Brown on fast track to recovery

10:35 PM

TEMPE, Ariz. -- Although he technically can't return until Nov. 9 against Seattle at the earliest, the Arizona Cardinals believe running back David Johnson might recover much faster than originally expected.

Raiders’ QB Carr learns to pick his spots

Bears’ QB Glennon raves about Steelers Shazier

9:31 PM

LAKE FOREST, Ill. -- Chicago Bears quarterback Mike Glennon was ready by Wednesday to move on from his three turnovers in Sunday's loss, and exhibited the "even-keel" approach he said is essential to succeed in the league.

Bears must find balance in offense

9:19 PM

LAKE FOREST, Ill. -- With all the hand-wringing in Chicago over quarterback Mike Glennon's turnovers against Tampa Bay, one sorry statistic escaped most eyes except for those of Bears offensive coordinator Dowell Loggains.

Patriots, Brady must pass another test against Texans

9:02 PM

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- A week after Tom Brady and the New England Patriots got back on course by taking advantage of a New Orleans Saints defense that ranked dead last against the pass a year ago and is well on its way to the same spot this fall, New England's offense faces a much tougher test on Sunday in against J.J. Watt and the Houston Texans.

Jets’ coach Bowles might be on hot seat

Browns QB Kizer loses his best pass-catcher

5:52 PM

BEREA, Ohio -- Rookie quarterback DeShone Kizer, trying to rebound from throwing three interceptions in his second NFL start, will have to do it without his best receiver when the Cleveland Browns visit the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday at Lucas Oil Stadium.

Status of Vikings QB Bradford remains in limbo

5:44 PM

EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. -- The Minnesota Vikings begin a stretch of four home games in five weeks, but no one is quite sure how to feel about this team's near future with quarterback Sam Bradford's status still uncertain heading into Sunday's game against Tampa Bay.

Bills re-sign S Blanton, DT Coleman

Lions confident running game getting on track

1:10 AM

ALLEN PARK, Mich. -- The Detroit Lions are off to their first 2-0 start since 2011 and one of just four undefeated teams left in the NFC, but even they don't expect Monday night's decisive win over the New York Giants to dramatically alter their perception nationally.

Dolphins suspend LB Timmons indefinitely

McAdoo calls out QB Manning

6:59 PM

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- Following the Giants' 24-10 loss to the Lions Monday night, a frustrated Ben McAdoo was asked about a critical delay of game penalty quarterback Eli Manning took down by the goal line that ultimately forced the offense to settle for a field goal.

LT Flowers feeling the heat

6:55 PM

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- New York Giants left tackle Ereck Flowers was supposed to be a much-improved player this season after spending the offseason working out in the team's weight room to reshape his body and improve his stamina.

Patriots coaches sidestep any praise for CB Butler

Eagles’ Long donates pay to fund scholarships in Charlottesville

1:02 PM

Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Chris Long will donate his first six game checks this season to fund two scholarships for students in his hometown of Charlottesville, Va., his foundation announced on Tuesday.

Ravens place Pro Bowl G Yanda (ankle) on IR

Ronde, Tiki Barber to call Giants-Buccaneers clash

10:44 AM

Former NFL stars Ronde and Tiki Barber will find themselves on the same team as the twins provide commentary for FOX Sports during the Oct. 1 clash between their respective former clubs, the New York Giants and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Raiders, Lynch show off early Dance Mode

Jaguars take big fall in one week

11:47 PM

The Jacksonville Jaguars took a look at the scenery from the top of the mountain and apparently didn't like what they saw. In one week's time, they went from king of the mountain to the bottom of the valley, all in a span of 30 minutes of playing uninspiring, mistake-filled football.

SS Cravens ineligible for remainder of season

Broncos shut down Elliott in Sunday win

9:29 PM

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. -- By the end of the third quarter Sunday, it was clear the Denver Broncos had done something that no one had done to the Dallas Cowboys since they drafted Ezekiel Elliott in 2016: They had made him and the Cowboys' running game a complete non-factor.

Bad pass defense still haunts Saints

Patriots do about-face from Week 1

7:54 PM

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- Ironically, winning a game under the roof of the Superdome was all it took to prove to New England Patriots fans that the sky was not falling in Patriot Nation following the shocking opening-night loss in Foxborough to the Chiefs.

NFL notebook: Judge denies NFL stay request in Elliott case

7:08 PM

A U.S. District Court judge in Texas denied the NFL's appeal for a stay of the preliminary injunction granted to Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott, allowing him to continue to play while his six-game suspension goes through the courts.

Colts see positives despite loss Sunday

Browns’ Jackson reiterates: Kizer’s job is safe

6:32 PM

BEREA, Ohio -- DeShone Kizer's job as the Cleveland Browns' starting quarterback is safe despite losing the ball once on a strip-sack and throwing three interceptions in a 24-10 loss to the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday.

Cardinals’ Palmer not pleased with criticism from Arians

5:59 PM

TEMPE, Ariz. -- As Bruce Arians was about to head into the locker room at halftime on Sunday, FOX sideline reporter Laura Okmin asked the Arizona Cardinals head coach what the problem seems to be with Arizona's offense.

Dolphins end distracting week with victory

5:40 PM

DAVIE, Fla. -- After a tense week that included traveling to Southern California to escape Hurricane Irma, the Miami Dolphins were rewarded with a hard-fought 19-17 victory over the Los Angeles Chargers.

Dolphins LB Timmons left team for ’personal nature’

Colts name former LB Mathis pass rush consultant

4:35 PM

Robert Mathis, who has been working with Indianapolis Colts' defense since the offseason following his retirement, was officially added to the coaching staff on Monday and given the title of pass rush consultant/player development.

Rejuvenated pass rush powers Chiefs defense

4:14 PM

KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Justin Houston stood at his locker after Sunday's game against the Eagles lamenting the few things that went wrong for his defense in a 27-20 win over the Eagles rather than the many things that went very well.

Jaguars sign QB Nassib

Steelers not happy with play of offense

3:57 PM

PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Steelers are 2-0, but they didn't get there in impressive fashion. They barely beat the Browns in Cleveland in the opener and played another inconsistent game Sunday in their 26-9 victory over the Vikings.

Falcons LB Beasley out for month

In losses, Jets search for silver linings

3:20 PM

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. -- The New York Jets getting blown out in Oakland on Sunday was hardly a surprise. Many people picked the Raiders in the survivor pools and the Vegas betting line was two touchdowns at kickoff.

Dolphins LB Timmons left team for ’personal nature’

Judge denies NFL stay request in Elliott case

2:22 PM

A U.S. District Court judge in Texas denied the NFL's appeal for a stay of the preliminary injunction granted to Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott allowing him to continue to play while his six-game suspension goes through the courts.

Packers’ injury list grows

NFL roundup: Brady helps Patriots down Saints

12:24 AM

NEW ORLEANS -- Tom Brady threw for 302 of his 447 passing yards in a 30-point first-half explosion and the New England Patriots rebounded from a season-opening loss to Kansas City with a 36-20 rout of the New Orleans Saints on Sunday.

McVay’s former student Cousins wins matchup

Gates sets career TD record for tight ends

10:57 PM

CARSON, Calif. -- Philip Rivers' pass was high, just in the right spot where Antonio Gates could get his mitts on it. When he did and landed in the end zone, the record was his and the celebration was on.

Packers’ Nelson, Daniels leave game with injuries

Patriots make do with what they have

9:35 PM

NEW ORLEANS -- For the last 18 seasons, the mantras of the New England Patriots -- drummed into them by head guru Bill Belichick -- have been "next guy up" and "winning, not stats, is all that matters."

NFL roundup: Brady helps Patriots down Saints

9:09 PM

NEW ORLEANS -- Tom Brady threw for 302 of his 447 passing yards in a 30-point first-half explosion and the New England Patriots rebounded from a season-opening loss to Kansas City with a 36-20 rout of the New Orleans Saints on Sunday.

NFL notebook: Dolphins’ Timmons not with team

S Searcy contributes to Titans’ defensive effort vs. Jaguars

8:27 PM

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Tennessee safety Da'Norris Searcy had a critical interception as part of the Titans' 37-16 victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday, and his help against the running game was also important.

Redskins RB Kelley injures rib vs. Rams

Cardinals’ defense played a role in comeback win

7:16 PM

INDIANAPOLIS -- While quarterback Carson Palmer and kicker Phil Dawson produced the momentum-changing plays during the Arizona Cardinals' 16-13 overtime, come-from-behind victory Sunday against the Indianapolis Colts, the Cardinals' defense came to the late-game rescue.

NFL roundup: Brady helps Patriots down Saints

7:10 PM

NEW ORLEANS -- Tom Brady threw for 302 of his 447 passing yards in a 30-point first-half explosion and the New England Patriots rebounded from a season-opening loss to Kansas City with a 36-20 rout of the New Orleans Saints on Sunday.

Bears’ Kwiatkoski, Compton, Sitton out with injuries

Eagles’ McLeon, Watkins leave game with hamstring injuries

3:16 PM

KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- The Philadelphia Eagles' secondary suffered more setbacks as starting safety Rodney McLeod and backup safety Jaylen Watkins both left Sunday's game against the Kansas City because of hamstring injuries.

Browns QB Kizer leaves with migraine

2:29 PM

BALTIMORE -- Cleveland rookie quarterback DeShone Kizer was sidelined with a migraine midway through the second quarter. Kevin Hogan, a second-year player from Stanford, entered and orchestrated a scoring drive.

Week 2 GameScout: Lions at Giants

NFL injury report

NFLPA asserts Elliott should play during appeal

7:12 PM

The NFL Players Association filed a response with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit on Saturday, challenging the NFL's emergency motion to enforce its six-game suspension of Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott.

Texans CB Johnson out 4-6 weeks

QB Watson on first start and victory: ’It’s special’

5:43 PM

HOUSTON -- Houston Texans rookie quarterback Deshaun Watson's 49-yard touchdown scamper is the longest run by a quarterback in Texans franchise history and represents the longest run by a quarterback in NFL history in a starting debut.

Savage addresses agent’s comments about benching

NFL files emergency motion to stay Elliott injunction

4:21 PM

The NFL filed an emergency motion with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit on Friday to seek a stay and allow the league to enforce its six-game suspension of Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott.

Fantasizing: Players to watch in each game

NFL files emergency motion to stay Elliott injunction

1:11 PM

The NFL filed an emergency motion with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit on Friday to seek a stay and allow the league to enforce its six-game suspension of Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott.

NFL files emergency motion to stay Elliott injunction

12:53 PM

The NFL filed an emergency motion with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit on Friday to seek a stay and allow the league to enforce its six-game suspension of Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott.

Texans CB Joseph exits with shoulder injury

Beckham on ankle injury: ’six-to-eight-week thing’

9:24 PM

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- When Giants receiver Odell Beckham Jr. had to miss last week's regular-season opener, the pain he felt might just have rivaled the pain that went along with the sprained ankle he's been nursing for almost a month now.

Beckham getting closer to playing

8:52 PM

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- When Giants receiver Odell Beckham Jr. had to miss last week's regular-season opener, the pain he felt might just have rivaled the pain that went along with the sprained ankle he's been nursing for almost a month now.

Beckham getting cloer to playing

4:59 PM

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- When Giants receiver Odell Beckham Jr. had to miss last week's regular-season opener, the pain he felt might just have rivaled the pain that went along with the sprained ankle he's been nursing for almost a month now.

Cowboys WR Williams misses another practice

Miller: Beware the attempted quick fix

1:26 PM

Fans of teams like the Washington Redskins, New York Giants and New Orleans Saints, in full panic mode after watching their teams lay a first-week egg, would do well to heed the long-ago advice of George Young, the late general manager of the Giants.

Ravens place RB Woodhead on IR

Rams have to build on Week-1 success

12:55 PM

THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. -- After scoring an NFL-best 46 points in their season-opening win over the Indianapolis Colts Sunday, the marching orders for the Los Angeles Rams this week against the Washington Redskins isn't necessarily to duplicate as much as it is to build on it.

Bengals rookie WR Ross expected to play vs. Texans

Packers seeing improvement in secondary

12:34 PM

GREEN BAY, Wis. -- When the Green Bay Packers and Atlanta Falcons met nearly eight months ago in the NFC Championship Game, Green Bay's cornerback group was decimated. The Packers - who finished 31st in passing defense a year ago - had to use undrafted LaDarius Gunter as their No. 1 cornerback, and Gunter was asked to shadow Pro Bowl wideout Julio Jones all day.

Colts Pagano plays musical chairs at QB

Jaguars hope to build off opening-week win

12:23 PM

JACKSONVILLE -- Are the Jacksonville Jaguars that good or is Houston that bad? That's what many were asking following Jacksonville's 22-point win over the Texans on the latter's home field in Sunday's regular-season opener for both teams. It's likely a combination of the two, maybe even a lean more towards Houston being that bad.

Bucs finally play after long layoff

10:18 PM

TAMPA -- By the time the Tampa Bay Buccaneers tee it up against the Chicago Bears in Sunday's 1 p.m. game at Raymond James Stadium, it would've been 22 days since any of the starters played in a football game. In fact, prior to this week, the team had only practiced twice in 15 days.

Chiefs seeking to avoid distractions against Eagles

Cardinals give RB Williams first shot to replace Johnson

9:32 PM

TEMPE, Ariz. -- Things could change from week to week and even day by day, but for the time being, Kerwynn Williams will get the first crack at replacing the injured David Johnson as the Arizona Cardinals' featured running back.

Belichick says Patriots don’t need history lesson

8:54 PM

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- History says the New England Patriots (0-1) opening-night loss to the Chiefs -- a 42-27 defeat in Foxborough that saw New England give up 200-plus yards and 21 points to Alex Smith and Co. in the fourth quarter -- was an aberration.

Packers to test Falcons revamped offensive line

8:42 PM

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. -- Before the Atlanta Falcons face the Green Bay Packers in the regular-season home opener at 8:30 p.m. Sunday at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Falcons head coach Dan Quinn and his staff plan to settle down new starting right guard Wes Schweitzer, get the rushing attack moving and eliminate the bulk of the 11 missed tackles they had in the season-opening win.

Bills’ McDermott downplays playing Panthers

8:14 PM

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. -- Sean McDermott is not biting on the storyline of him going back to Carolina where he served the previous six seasons as defensive coordinator. The Buffalo Bills head coach is spewing out all the coach-speak he can on the topic, claiming it will be just another game.

Texans LB Cushing suspended 10 games

Big win Monday, but Brown and Steelers up next for Vikings

6:57 PM

EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. -- The Minnesota Vikings didn't have much time to celebrate their 1-0 start and one of the cleanest, most balanced and most explosive games they've played offensively since Mike Zimmer became head coach in 2014.

Saints still have work to do on defense

Browns face another tough divisional opponent

5:04 PM

BEREA, Ohio -- The Cleveland Browns could not have faced a tougher road to begin the 2017 season than the one they are facing, but there is no use complaining about it, so after losing 21-18 to the Steelers in the opener in Cleveland it's on to Baltimore for Week 2 on Sunday in M&T Bank Stadium.

RB Bell could see workload reduced for Steelers

4:50 PM

PITTSURGH -- The Pittsburgh Steelers are paying running back Le'Veon Bell $12.1 million this season so they want to maximize his contributions to the offense. But the days of Bell staying on the field for every offensive snap appear to be over.

Ravens’ Woodhead (hamstring) out at least month

It’s deja vu for the Chargers

9:34 PM

COSTA MESA, Calif. -- The Los Angeles Chargers are looking forward to Sunday's home opener against the Miami Dolphins, but only after being thrown into the time machine when falling to the Denver Broncos.

Hall of Fame list sets up selection Saturday scrimmage

9:09 PM

There are no major surprises among 108 players and coaches announced Tuesday as nominees for the Pro Football Hall of Fame's 2018 class. But that won't prevent plenty of fireworks when the Selection Committee convenes Saturday, February 3, 2018 in Minneapolis, Minn.

Broncos hang on for opening victory

9:01 PM

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. -- It felt a bit like last year's regular-season opener against Carolina. Once again, the Denver Broncos had to hold on for dear life in the final moments with the outcome of the game resting on a last-second field-goal attempt.

Cook carries new RB torch for Vikings

Bradford on fire leading Vikings offense

6:14 PM

EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. -- So, that's what pass protection looks like? Sorry, it's been a while since the folks in Minnesota have seen anything like they witnessed in Monday night's 29-19 season-opening win for the Vikings over the Saints at U.S. Bank Stadium.

CB Jones says he will bring energy Thursday

1:49 PM

CINCINNATI -- Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Adam Jones promises to bring an edge and some nastiness to the defense when he returns from a one-game suspension on Thursday night against the Houston Texans at Paul Brown Stadium.

Report: Cardinals RB Johnson (wrist) to be out 2-3 months

Saints RT Strief sustains MCL sprain vs. Vikings

11:45 AM

New Orleans right tackle Zach Strief is expected to be sidelined a few weeks after sustaining an MCL sprain in his left knee during Monday's 29-19 loss to the Minnesota Vikings, according to multiple reports.

Stormy season: Bucs expect to play at home Sunday

Chargers’ Bosa, Ingram shine as pass-rushing combo

3:59 AM

DENVER -- Despite the Los Angeles Chargers' 24-21 season-opening loss at Denver on Monday night, the team's edge rushing duo of Joey Bosa and Melvin Ingram signaled they will be a force to be reckoned with this season.

Saints’ Peterson plays sparingly in return to Minnesota

Special win for besieged Jaguars

1:00 AM

JACKSONVILLE -- The Jacksonville Jaguars' 29-7 rout of divisional rival Houston was as signature a win as the franchise has had in years. When a team has recorded only 17 wins in five seasons, any victory would seem like a signature conquest. But there was something special about this one. The Jaguars were opening the season on the road and had not won a season opener since 2011.

Elliott runs well; still awaits legal rulings

11:25 PM

FRISCO, Tex. -- Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott rushed for 104 yards Sunday night. But he understands his fight with the NFL is not over and there was no guarantee he would be on the field for the entire season.

Only break Bears WR White can catch is bad one

Rams feast on overwhelmed Colts

10:16 PM

AGOURA HILLS, Calif. -- As season openers for a struggling franchise, a second-year quarterback and a first-year head coach go, the Los Angeles Rams could not have gotten off on a better foot than they did in their blowout win over the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday.

O-line woes bedevil Seahawks

Cardinals stunned by loss of RB Johnson

8:53 PM

TEMPE, Ariz. -- After barely getting any snaps at all during his team's five-game preseason schedule as a way of protecting him, it took less than three quarters of action in the Arizona Cardinals' regular-season opener for star running back David Johnson to suffer a devastating injury that could derail the Cardinals' chances of returning to the postseason.

Browns have hope thanks to rookie QB Kizer

Panthers QB Newton gets off to solid, but rusty start

7:49 PM

CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Now that the Carolina Panthers realize that quarterback Cam Newton can be a difference-maker again this season, it's a matter of working him into practice so he can be more efficient.

Ravens know this script: Play great defense

Jets live up to negative expectations

6:53 PM

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. -- Experts and Vegas bookmakers believed the New York Jets were headed into a season that would find them in the running for the top pick in next year's draft, and the team played to expectations in its 21-12 season-opening loss in Buffalo on Sunday.

NFL notebook: Cardinals RB Johnson likely headed to IR

Wide receivers AWOL in Bills’ win

6:10 PM

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. -- Buffalo Bills quarterback Tyrod Taylor said it had everything to do with matchups and how they wanted to attack the New York Jets defense, but the lack of involvement by Bills receivers was a red flag in the season-opening 21-12 victory.

Five Texans in league’s concussion protocol

Younger Watt upstages famous brother

5:16 PM

PITTSBURGH -- Pittsburgh Steelers rookie outside linebacker T.J. Watt upstaged his brother, J.J., a three-time NFL defensive player of the year. In his first NFL game, T.J. Watt recorded two sacks and an interception, something J.J. has yet to do in his seven-year career.

Steelers get good news on Tuitt injury

5:09 PM

PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Steelers beat the Browns in the opener in Cleveland, but the biggest story after the game was the news defensive Stephon Tuitt was not lost for the season with a biceps injury.

Packers Notebook: Bennett supports brother

4:33 PM

GREEN BAY, Wis. -- The Green Bay Packers' defense was sieve-like in 2016 and the biggest reason the Packers didn't reach the Super Bowl. On Sunday, though, Green Bay's defense looked like a strength, not a weakness.

Cardinals re-sign LB Wheeler

NFL pondering change for Titans-Jaguars game

4:06 PM

The NFL announced Monday that a decision on where Sunday's game between the Jacksonville Jaguars and Tennessee Titans will be played is pending after Hurricane Irma hit Jacksonville, Fla., over the weekend.

Steelers DE Tuitt week-to-week with biceps injury

Eagles K Sturgis likely out for several weeks

2:30 PM

Philadelphia Eagles kicker Caleb Sturgis suffered a strained quadriceps in his plant leg and in Sunday's win over the Washington Redskins and is expected to miss several weeks, according to the NFL Network.

NFL appeals Elliott’s injunction to Fifth Circuit

Witten breaks Cowboys’ receiving record in opener

1:13 AM

DALLAS -- With most onlookers focusing to see what Ezekiel Elliott would do in the season opener after a tumultuous offseason, Dallas Cowboys tight end Jason Witten stole the show in the first half Sunday.

Seahawks’ Wilson again unable to solve Packers’ defense

Jaguars WR Robinson sustains ACL injury

9:41 PM

HOUSTON -- Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Allen Robinson injured his left anterior cruciate ligament on the third play from scrimmage against the Houston Texans and did not return on Sunday at NRG Stadium.

49ers rookie LB Foster carted off field vs. Panthers

5:27 PM

SANTA CLARA, Calif. -- San Francisco 49ers rookie linebacker Reuben Foster was carted off the field after sustaining an apparent injury to his right leg with 3:33 left in the first quarter Sunday against the Carolina Panthers.

NFL Roundup: Jaguars throttle Texans

5:19 PM

HOUSTON -- Bolstered by a ferocious defense, a resolute effort from the offensive line, and a strong debut by rookie running back Leonard Fournette, quarterback Blake Bortles effectively managed the Jacksonville Jaguars' 29-7 victory over the Houston Texans on Sunday.

Week 1 GameScout: Giants at Cowboys

Week 1 GameScout: Saints at Vikings

Hunt comes up big after fumble

10:45 PM

KANSAS CITY -- Kansas City Chiefs running back Kareem Hunt started his NFL career losing a fumble on the team's first offensive play of the season and nearly put the Chiefs into an insurmountable hole against New England in the season opener. But the rookie rallied, putting on a record-breaking performance.

Huge win overshadowed by loss of Berry

10:36 PM

KANSAS CITY -- The Kansas City Chiefs announced their presence as contenders for the AFC title with a convincing 42-27 victory over the defending Super Bowl champion New England Patriots Thursday night, but the celebration proved bittersweet with news that All-Pro safety Eric Berry is lost for the season with an Achilles tendon rupture.

U.S. District Court judge Amos Mazzant III granted a request by the NFL Players Association for a temporary restraining order on Friday to prevent the implementation of the six-game suspension for Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott.

U.S. District Court judge Amos Mazzant III granted a request by the NFL Players Association for a temporary restraining order to prevent the implementation of the six-game suspension for Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott.

NFL Friday Injury Report: Sunday Games

U.S. District Court judge Amos Mazzant III granted a request by the NFL Players Association for a temporary restraining order to prevent the implementation of the six-game suspension for Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott.

Restraining order prevents start of Elliott’s suspension

6:52 PM

U.S. District Court judge Amos Mazzant III granted a request by the NFL Players Association for a temporary restraining order to prevent the implementation of the six-game suspension for Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott.

Panthers QB Newton (shoulder) questionable

12:38 PM

Quarterback Cam Newton is listed as questionable for the regular-season opener Sunday but head coach Ron Rivera said he expects Newton to start for the Carolina Panthers against the San Francisco 49ers.

Giants officially list WR Beckham as questionable for opener

12:21 PM

The New York Giants officially listed wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. as questionable with an ankle injury that could keep him on the sidelines for Sunday night's season opener against the Dallas Cowboys.

Patriots WR Amendola exits with head injury

NFL won’t investigate Bennett’s Las Vegas incident

12:12 AM

The NFL will not investigate the Seattle Seahawks' Michael Bennett even though the head of the Las Vegas police union asked NFL commissioner Roger Goodell to do so in regards to an incident after the Floyd Mayweather-Conor McGregor fight on Aug. 26 in Las Vegas.

NFL won’t investiage Bennett’s Las Vegas incident

11:24 PM

The NFL will not investigate the Seattle Seahawks' Michael Bennett even though the head of the Las Vegas police union asked NFL commissioner Roger Goodell to do so in regards to an incident after the Floyd Mayweather-Conor McGregor fight on Aug. 26 in Las Vegas.

Raiders’ Janikowski agrees to $1M pay cut in new deal

Big Board: QBs show rust Week 1

9:44 AM

It was a mixed bag for the top quarterback prospects in the first full week of college football with Southern Cal's Sam Darnold and Wyoming's Josh Allen -- trendy No. 1 overall candidates in early 2018 mock drafts -- struggling while UCLA's Josh Rosen and Louisville's Lamar Jackson starred.

NFL notebook: Dolphins-Bucs moved to Week 11

Giants WR Beckham sits out practice

5:56 PM

New York Giants wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. did not practice Wednesday because of his lingering ankle injury, but he still hopes to play in Sunday night's regular-season opener against the Dallas Cowboys.

Bengals claim DT Ringo off waivers

Browns DE Garrett (ankle) leaves practice

5:25 PM

Rookie defensive end Myles Garrett was unable to finish Wednesday's practice with the Cleveland Browns due to an ankle injury and his status for Sunday's regular-season opener against the Pittsburgh Steelers is uncertain.

Dolphins-Buccaneers moved to Week 11

Garrett: Cowboys RB Elliott ’seems very focused’

3:00 PM

Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott "seems very focused" a day after getting the news he is eligible to play in Sunday night's season opener against the New York Giants even though an arbitrator upheld his six-game suspension handed down by NFL commissioner Roger Goodell.

Ravens QB Flacco ’ready to go’ vs. Bengals

2:24 PM

Six practices, no limits: Baltimore Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco claims he's ready for the Cincinnati Bengals and Week 1 of the regular season after idling for nearly more than a month to calm a balky back.

Miller: Raiders the pick for Super Bowl XLII

11:41 AM

This is the time of the year we all make predictions on what is going to happen during the NFL season, and for many seasons now, it basically has been an exercise that revolves around a single question:

NFL notebook: Dolphins-Bucs game won’t be played Sunday in Miami

7:15 PM

Hurricane Irma's imminent threat to South Florida has prompted the NFL to announce that Sunday's game between the Miami Dolphins and Tampa Buccaneers will not be played at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami as currently scheduled.

Dolphins-Bucs game won’t be played Sunday in Miami

7:05 PM

Hurricane Irma's imminent threat to South Florida has prompted the NFL to announce that Sunday's game between the Miami Dolphins and Tampa Buccaneers will not be played at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami as currently scheduled.

Cardinals agree to terms with G Boone

Dolphins-Bucs game won’t be played Sunday in Miami

5:01 PM

Hurricane Irma's imminent threat to South Florida has prompted the NFL to announce that Sunday's game between the Miami Dolphins and Tampa Buccaneers will not be play at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami as current scheduled.

Patriots place LB McClellin on injured reserve

NFL files opposition to NFLPA motion

10:22 AM

As the Dallas Cowboys prepare for their Week 1 Sunday Night Football game with the New York Giants, running back Ezekiel Elliott remains the focus of courtroom football between the NFL and players association.

NFL notebook: Newton in, Luck out for Week 1

Dolphins on hurricane watch ahead of opener

4:40 PM

Though there is no word about a postponement or a rescheduled game, the Miami Dolphins and the NFL are closely monitoring Hurricane Irma in the event a contingency plan must be implemented for their season opener against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday.

Chiefs put CB Nelson in Injured Reserve

11:54 PM

KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Steven Nelson will start the season on injured reserve, throwing a wrench into the team's secondary just days before the season opener Thursday night against the New England Patriots.

Roster purge of former 49ers players continues

10:53 PM

SANTA CLARA, Calif. -- This says it all about what the 49ers' new regime thought of the roster it inherited from former general manager Trent Baalke and former head coach Chip Kelly: The 49ers elected to keep five undrafted rookies and 14 total first-year players among their 53-man roster on cutdown day Saturday.

Bears keep Sanchez as mentor, fallback

10:09 PM

LAKE FORREST, IL -- The Chicago Bears' decision to keep Mark Sanchez and go with three quarterbacks was one made with Mitchell Trubisky in mind. It's been anything but common for the Bears to carry three quarterbacks on their roster in recent years, but they've never had a legitimate quarterback of the future to develop, either.

Redskins talked Cravens out of retirement

10:08 PM

ASHBURN, VA -- Washington Redskins safety Su'a Cravens had to be talked out of retiring on Sunday during a meeting with team president Bruce Allen and his future with the team is in doubt after it placed him on the Exempt/Left Squad list

Hageman soon to be suspended

9:57 PM

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. -- Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Ra'Shede Hageman will be suspended by the NFL under the personal conduct policy for his involvement in a domestic violence case in DeKalb County from March 2016.

Lions trading for future stock

Anatomy of Osweiler’s unlikely return to Denver

9:52 PM

ENGLEWOOD, Colo -- When quarterback Brock Osweiler signed a four-year, $72 million contract that included $37 million in guaranteed money from the Houston Texans in March 2016, no one could have predicted that he would be a Denver Bronco again -- especially not just 18 months later.

Injuries, suspension impact Saints WRs

9:46 PM

METAIRIE, La. -- Formation of the New Orleans Saints' opening-day roster featured a surprise subtraction when wide receiver Willie Snead IV was placed on the suspended list for the first three games of the season.

Buccaneers land former Bronco S Ward

Flowers notes difference in New England

7:21 PM

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- Linebacker Marquis Flowers suited up for his first New England Patriots practice Sept. 2, less than a week after the fourth-year special teamer was acquired in a trade from the Bengals. The young veteran has already noticed a pretty big change between his former employer and the work environment in which he now resides.

Bengals hedge their bet at kicker

Why Panthers went shopping for defensive backs

6:43 PM

CHARLOTTE -- The Carolina Panthers looked outside the organization to bolster their secondary by trading for cornerback Kevon Seymour from the Buffalo Bills on the day that rosters were trimmed to 53 players. The deal wasn't officially reported to the league until Sunday.

Steelers land S Wilcox in deal with Buccaneers

Did Dolphins roll dice cutting OL Young?

5:08 PM

DAVIE, Fla. -- The Miami Dolphins released offensive tackle Sam Young on Saturday, leaving guard Ted Larsen remaining on the 53-man roster. Most likely Larsen, who has a biceps injury, will be shifted to injured reserve and be eligible to be designated for return.

Giants rookie Rosas wins battle at kicker

Release of Boone by Vikings not a surprise

4:13 PM

EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. -- The biggest surprise on cutdown day for the Minnesota Vikings was the release of left guard Alex Boone, who less than 18 months ago was a prized free-agent signing at $26.8 million over four years.

Cowboys acquire LB Elliott from Packers

Rookie CB Humphrey could be contributor

3:44 PM

OWINGS MILLS, Md. -- Baltimore Ravens rookie cornerback Marlon Humphrey played in just two preseason games because of a hamstring injury. However, the rookie first-round pick shined when given opportunities, which could earn him some reps against the Bengals in the opener.

Bills waive RB Williams

NFL waiver awards claim 44 Sunday

2:59 PM

The first wave of roster adjustments began Sunday when 44 players placed on waivers Saturday were awarded to new teams at noon ET. Teams gaining players then had until 4 p.m. ET to make reductions to keep their rosters at 53.

NFL notebook: Broncos release S Ward

NFL Roster Roundup: Luck removed from PUP

7:50 PM

The Indianapolis Colts don't know when quarterback Andrew Luck will be able to play, but they won't be forced to wait at least six weeks when the decision was made Saturday to include Luck on the 53-man roster and remove him from physically unable to perform (PUP).

Bills trade CB Seymour to Panthers

Ravens QB Flacco returns to practice

5:16 PM

OWINGS MILLS, Md. -- Baltimore Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco returned to practice Saturday after missing more than a month with a sore back. This means he has eight days to prepare for the season opener in Cincinnati on Sept. 10.

49ers add new help to prepare for season

11:54 PM

SANTA CLARA, Calif. -- Just hours before kicking off their final preseason game Thursday, the San Francisco 49ers' new regime found itself trumpeting the acquisition of a second-string player given away by the lowly Detroit Lions.

Seahawks shuffle deck to seek winning hand

DT Donald still not with Rams

10:59 PM

THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. -- Hyperactive defensive lineman Aaron Donald has still not reported to the Los Angeles Rams, continuing a holdout that essentially began during the team's organized team activities in June.

Rams give Goff chance, now it’s on him

Chiefs seek redemption, new identity against Pats

10:33 PM

KANSAS CITY -- Head coach Andy Reid's Kansas City Chiefs are on a mission following last season's playoff heartbreak at home. When the NFL schedule came out this spring with a season-opening trip to visit the defending champion New England Patriots, the entire organization had a target.

Cowboys RB Elliott admits to drug use in college

Jaguars a constant work in progress

10:07 PM

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- After two weeks of training camp --just prior to the first preseason game against New England -- the lone significant concern for the Jacksonville Jaguars was determining the starting left guard.

Cardinals geared up for opener vs. Lions

9:47 PM

TEMPE, AZ -- With preseason games out of the way, final roster cuts all but done and absent concern over serious injury to key players, the Arizona Cardinals are ready to focus on the Detroit Lions in the Sept. 10 season opener.

NFL reinstates Steelers WR Bryant

Stafford banks on Lions being great

9:18 PM

ALLEN PARK, Mich. -- When quarterback Matthew Stafford signed his record-setting five-year, $135-million extension with the Detroit Lions this week, he said it was important to get it done before the start of the regular season so his contract wasn't a distraction to "an extremely talented team."

It’s show time for ’improved’ Buccaneers

Broncos settle QB, now about that run defense

7:27 PM

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. -- When Trevor Siemian was named the starting quarterback ahead of Paxton Lynch on Aug. 21, the simmering question that shrouded the Denver Broncos throughout the offseason finally dissipated.

Browns cut QB Osweiler

Giants on collision course with Cowboys

6:03 PM

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- New York Giants starting left guard Justin Pugh is a pretty good offensive lineman. But if this thing called football doesn't work for him over the long haul, he just might have a future in advertising.

Bills made moves, hope to make a move ... in 2018

5:57 PM

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. -- It would be tough to argue that the preseason went well for the Buffalo Bills, not after a summer that saw Buffalo lose three of the games, but more importantly, saw the front office make moves that are clearly earmarked to help the team in 2018 and beyond.

Saints hopes pinned on their defense

Patriots CB Jones out for season with torn ACL

4:04 PM

New England Patriots cornerback Cyrus Jones will miss the entire season after suffering a torn ACL and partially torn meniscus in his right knee during Thursday night's preseason game against the New York Giants.

Cardinals release RB Chris Johnson

Raiders say they are ready for season

3:53 PM

ALAMEDA, Calif. -- It's all over but the counting, and head coach Jack Del Rio and general manager Reggie McKenzie immediately put their minds to the task of forming a 53-man Oakland raiders roster Thursday night following a 17-13 home loss to the Seattle Seahawks.

Bengals, Lewis seem comfortable on hot seat

3:36 PM

CINCINNATI -- For the first time in six seasons, the Cincinnati Bengals aren't coming off a playoff appearance. And, for the first time since 2010, head coach Marvin Lewis wasn't awarded a contract extension during the offseason. The offensive line will have three new starters and no Andrew Whitworth.

Vikings have issues, but open season at full strength

3:24 PM

EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. -- The Minnesota Vikings' plan for the nickel back position goes back at least two years. Whether it actually holds up is another matter as the regular season gets set to open with Drew Brees, Ben Roethlisberger, Jameis Winston and Mathew Stafford on consecutive weeks.

Watt’s Houston fundraiser passes $14M in donations

NFL denies hiding information in Elliott case

1:27 PM

The NFL denied hiding "critical information" in the case involving Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott after the NFL Players Association filed a temporary restraining order to prevent the league from enforcing any suspension.

Irsay: QB Luck likely out Week 1

NFLPA files request to block Elliott suspension

9:37 AM

The NFL Players Association filed a request in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas on Thursday to block any suspension upheld by arbitrator Harold Henderson involving Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott.